Grizzlies, Jordan Hawkins agree to part ways; guard heads to waivers

2023 lottery pick can sign elsewhere if unclaimed

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The Memphis Grizzlies and guard Jordan Hawkins have mutually agreed to part ways, allowing the 2023 lottery pick to find Via @ShamsCharania on X

What happened: According to ESPN, the move sends Hawkins to waivers and opens free agency if he clears. The separation gives the 2023 lottery pick a chance to look for a new roster spot before the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters: Memphis keeps reshaping its backcourt ahead of the season after waiving D'Angelo Russell last week. For Hawkins, the split ends a short run with the same Grizzlies who acquired him in a four-player deal and starts a fresh search on the open market.

By the numbers: Memphis has now moved on from two guards in eight days after waiving Russell on Sept. 25 and separating from Hawkins on Oct. 2.

What to watch: The next step is the waiver process. If Hawkins goes unclaimed, he can sign with any team as preseason roster decisions continue.

Sources

@ShamsCharania 2026-10-03T01:28:44.381154+00:00

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